can i get a S & S done if im booked in for an induction?

[Loula]

I got a S&S done by my OB even though induction was booked! we went into labor before the induction!

[Fleur]

I can't see why not. Your cervix needs to be ready though, maybe try a few natural methods beforehand?

[skybie]

i'm already using epo, orally and internally, what else can i do to help things be ripe??

[onthefly]

Sex, Sex, Sex

[Just Me]

I had to be induced with DS and they offered a S & S if my cervix was favourable but unfortunately it wasn't (this meant that my induction was a very long, painful process but that is a whole other story).

EPO is the best suggestion I can think of to help things along. Also nipple stimulation but if you have diabetes, they have probably asked you to express everyday (if they haven't, look into it because it might be helpful to your baby when he was here). I found expressing helped things along too - both these things worked well in my last pregnancy - a little too well since I was booked for c/section.

Good luck. I hope your little man makes his appearance before you need to be induced.

[MrsFabuloso]

Sex, walking, climbing stairs, pineapple (only fresh), accupuncture/accupressure, nipple stimulation, raspberry leaf tea, massage, bumpy car rides, eating spicy foods, visualising baby decending and being born, aromatherapy (certain oils can help relax and prepare the body)